How far is it from Libode to Mthatha / Umtata?

The distance between Libode and Mthatha / Umtata is 34 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Libode to Mthatha / Umtata?

The drive from Libode to Mthatha / Umtata takes approximately 40 min by car.

The fastest route from Libode to Mthatha / Umtata covers 34 km with a driving time of approximately 40 min.

Mthatha / Umtata lies roughly to the west of Libode.

The drive from Libode to Mthatha / Umtata mainly follows R61.

Along the route from Libode to Mthatha / Umtata you can fill up at Spargs Garage, Sasol. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Distance: 34 kmDrive time: 40 min

Driving from Libode to Mthatha / Umtata takes about 40 min via R61. The distance is 34 km. The straight-line distance is 24 km. Driving directions

Driving directions15 · 34 km

The return trip from Mthatha / Umtata to Libode covers roughly the same distance, 34 km.

No notable attractions were found along this route.

Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 6 October 2026.

How far is it from Libode to Mthatha / Umtata?: The distance between Libode and Mthatha / Umtata is 34 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Libode to Mthatha / Umtata?: The drive from Libode to Mthatha / Umtata takes approximately 40 min by car.
What is the best route from Libode to Mthatha / Umtata?: The fastest route from Libode to Mthatha / Umtata covers 34 km with a driving time of approximately 40 min.
Which direction is Mthatha / Umtata from Libode?: Mthatha / Umtata lies roughly to the west of Libode.
Which roads does the route from Libode to Mthatha / Umtata follow?: The drive from Libode to Mthatha / Umtata mainly follows R61.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Libode and Mthatha / Umtata?: Along the route from Libode to Mthatha / Umtata you can fill up at Spargs Garage, Sasol. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.